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Roopkund (locally known as Mystery and Skeletons Lake) is a high altitude glacial lake in the Uttarakhand state of India. It lies in the lap of Trishul massif and is famous for the hundreds of human skeletons found at the edge of the lake. The area is uninhabited, in the Himalayas. Surrounded by rock-strewn glaciers and snow-clad mountains, the lake is a popular trekking destination. A shallow lake, having a depth of about two metres, Roopkund has attracted attention because of the human skeletal remains that are visible at its bottom when the snow melts. Many theories and opinions exist, from purely spiritual to scientific ones, attempting to explain the existence of these skeletons, which date back to 9th century CE. Because of the human remains, the lake has been called Skeleton Lake in recent times.
It would be hard to match the combination of spectacular mountain views, alpine camps, secluded Hindu villages and pristine oak and rhododendron forests that are seen on this trek. There is also the sacred waters of Roopkund that has attracted a regular stream of pilgrims for many generations.The human bones at the bottom of the Roopkund have been a particular source of interest. Many theories have been advanced- some more fanciful than others. The most likely is that they are the remains of a party of pilgrims trapped by bad weather in the 14th century. Whatever the truth, the location of the lake beneath the huge ramparts of Nanda Ghunti and Trishul would have captured the pilgrim's image
Our vehicle picks you up from Kathgodam Railway station and en routes to Lohajung, the journey is of 9/10 hours, there will be one or two breaks, have your breakfast and lunch on the way. We will go through the region of Kumaon and valleys of Shivalik mountain ranges. The road takes you through picturesque places with beautiful forests and curves with mountain views in the backdrop. There is a direct road from Gwaldam to Deval but it is damaged due to heavy rains so the other route is preferred, from there we will reach Deval. Deval is a village from where one can purchase food and kerosene for the journey, now from Deval drive is towards Lohajung. Road to Lohajung is windy and curvy and an experienced driver is needed to drive on those roads. Temperature is mostly cold here as we gain height while going upwards and it is rainy and foggy most of the time. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel or home stay
After having proper breakfast your trek begins, you have to walk on levelled ground, reach village Wan from here you have to walk on flat ground to reach Kulling which is 6 km away from Lohajung. Kulling is a small village with few people living there, this place looks peaceful. You can spot variety of birds here, the climate is invigorating; you can feel the freshness in the air. Take a break here after your break descends to the village, the trail is narrow which takes you through houses and pasturelands to a small stream, the water in this stream comes from Neel Ganga. Continue walking and cross the bridge, now you have to climb a ridge, this is a steep climb, it ends at an altitude of 8,000feet at village Didna. The trail is through the evergreen alpine forest. Reach the top of the ridge it will take two hours to reach there, the views from here are entrancing and magnificent, you will see open lands on the lap of the mountains. Reach your destination Ghairoli Patal you will reach there through dense forest, the campsite looks alluring, set up your camps in the desired area, hot lunch will be served dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Have your breakfast in Ghairoli Patal and start your trek to Bedni Bugyal, today you will go through the village of Ali Bugyal, this village is at an altitude of 3410m. Ali Bugyal is visible from Didna as it is on the top of the mountain. You have to climb the mountain to reach Ali Bugyal, the trail is not steep, but it is slightly upwards, on the way there are shepherd huts, known as Tolpani. Now the other climb is steep, but it takes you through picturesque places, there are trees of Oak, Birch, and Rhododendrons only these trees grow there, on the way you can see local people with their sheep, you can communicate with them.
The morning views of Bedni Bugyal are unmatched there are lush green trees and soothing greenery is all around. Sunrise looks mesmerizing from there. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma created Vedas here. Have your breakfast and then depart to Patar Nachauni which is 5 km away. The trail is an easy climb following the trail from Bedni campsite is visible till 3km further then it disappears. Continue trekking and you will sew the other side of the ridge which is entirely different and beguiling, different scenic views in one trek.
After breakfast, start your trek to Bhagwabhasa (14,126 feet), it is a 6km long trek, and it takes 4 to 5 hours to reach there. The story behind this place is dancers were converted into stones because goddess Nanda cursed them. Patthar- stone Nachauni- dancers. Walk towards Bhagwabhasa and the same trail will take you to Kalu Vinayak temple, to reach the temple you have to travel 2kms by gaining 200ft altitude. The path isn’t easy, it is uneven and zig-zag in shape so walk carefully because a single mistake can be very dangerous, this climb is worth your every effort because the top will mesmerize you.
Early morning we will provide hot tea or coffee then we will leave for Roopkund with packed breakfast because in the morning you can have a clear view of the mountains and later they get covered by the clouds. Today trek to Roopkund is difficult ascending and 400 meters to Junargali Dhar Top summit (5029 meters). Roopkund is a glacial lake at high altitude also known as “Mystery Lake” because the human skeletons. from ancient times are found here and can be seen inside the lake when the ice melts. You can spot those skeleton on the edge of the lake, you will be lucky enough if you spot them. After a steep climb, you will see Nanda Devi temple visit that temple from there you can get scenic views, click pictures spend time there and if the weather is good you can visit Junargali Top which is (16,700 feet) when you reach top it is very windy there, you will be amazed while standing at Junargali top, the sense of confidence you will feel would be one of the best feeling.
Now return to Patar Nachauni you have to go through Bhagwabhasa the descend is more difficult because while ascending trail was steep and it the trail becomes thrilling while coming down, Follow the same trail go to a cave-like structure which is known as Bhagwabhasa, descend and you will reach Patthar Nachauni your campsite.
Today is the last day of your trek so cherish these moments relish the sunrise and move towards Lohajung. Today from Bedni Bugyal we will go from another route which goes to Lohajung, the trail is through the dense forest there are big and thick trees, this place is rich in flora and fauna.
Depart for Kathgodam and reach the Railway station by 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm.
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